Job Postings

East Bay Community Action Program
Warren, RI
Full Time, Permanent
Requires Peer Recovery Certification

Job Description

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East Bay Community Action Program (EBCAP) is seeking a full time Outreach Peer Recovery Support Specialist for Behavioral Health Services at the Recovery Center in Warren, RI. Join our expanding program and support a dynamic multidisciplinary team.

The Support Specialist will provide “street outreach” recovery support services to a population that has either limited access to services or the inability to directly access services. He/she will provide outreach recovery coaching for clients and family members in community settings such as soup kitchens, homeless shelters, church outreach centers, etc. He/she will assist clients to prioritize and obtain appropriate referrals and/or services, such as health/dental/behavioral healthcare, housing, vocational services, social service benefits, and Narcan education.

This position requires RI Certification as a Peer Recovery Coach with a minimum of 2 years working in a recovery/street outreach setting, reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and automobile insurance. This position is full time Monday through Friday and may include Saturday. The successful candidate would receive training in EBCAP’s electronic medical record which is NextGen.

EBCAP is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to providing a diverse work environment.

How to Apply

Please use the following link to apply- https://ebcap.clearcompany.com/careers/jobs/306f9470-94fc-da63-2c3a-128dfa24994b/apply?source=2681224-CS-30162

South County Health
Full-time
$22-25/hr, $41-52K per year
Certified or within 12 months
Experience Required

Job Summary:    

• The South County Home Health Community Health Worker (CHW) has two main areas of focus, working with individuals and their families within their homes and working within community settings such as senior centers or other community -based organizations (CBO).  The CHW deployed for this grant will be members of the South County Health Community Health Team (CHT); an interdisciplinary team comprised of CHWs, Peer Recovery Specialists (PRS), Behavioral Health Care Managers (BHCM), home health staff and practice-based Nurse Care Managers. The CHW will receive referrals from Home Health team leads, primary care nurse care managers and CBO’s across Washington County, as well as from the hospital system, for individuals and families living in Washington County or nearby Kent County.The CHW works collaboratively with the home health and primary care teams to promote patient-centered care and actively participates in multidisciplinary patient-centered team meetings. The CHW has frequent contact with many community-based organizations on behalf of the patients served; advocating, networking and collaborating on resource identification to improve the overall health of the population.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Participate in the SCHH COVID Response and Resilience Implementation Team and work in collaboration with partnering organizations.
• Provide outreach and follow-up to patient referrals from SCHH team leads, community nurse and other referral sources.
• Successfully engage patients and families to assess and support SDOH needs.
• Complete initial intake and documentation, including a comprehensive assessment of social needs, functional assessment of the patient in the home setting, and condition of the home as needed.
• Build trusting relationship and serve as an advocate and mentor with the goal of empowering the patient to become more independent and self-sufficient.
• Provide community linkages and navigation to resources to address needs and barriers to health.
• Collaborate with SCHH nurses, PT, OT and team leads, PC nurse care managers, other care team members (Medical Assistants, Nurses, etc.), hospitals, partner agencies, members of the CHT in the patient’s network of care to improve patient care. 
• Accompany patients to doctor’s appointments, assist with food planning/shopping, picking up prescriptions at the pharmacy, completing forms for benefit applications, and assist with other tasks as needed that support their medical, behavioral health and social needs.
• Engage patients and families in health coaching efforts to develop and maintain health & wellness.
• Attend CHW CORE training and/or Specialty training as required and appropriate to the population served, e.g. Older Adults, CVD/DM, Chronic Pain Self-Management.
• Achieve and maintain certification
• Attend monthly networking meetings convened by CHWARI for support, collective problem solving and share resources.
• Participate in the implementation of high impact strategies and activities to demonstrate the effectiveness of CHWs.
• Consider opportunities to participate in SCH leadership meetings (such as huddles) as CHW representative to lend professional experience.
• Participate as CHW representative in COVID response and recovery planning tables and other RIDOH sponsored meetings to regularly share community trends and support initiatives of the project.
• Participate with RIDOH in deployment to places where vaccine outreach is happening
• Support SCHH in implementing COVID resilience and response protocols and policies/procedures.
• Participate in qualitative and quantitative data collection to evaluate effectiveness of CHW strategies on client needs, services provided and other data points of interest.

•  PERSONAL QUALITIES: 
• The Community Health Worker must be a self-starter, able to work autonomously and also as part of a team, open to taking on challenges and participate in constructive problem-solving. 
• AMOUNT OF TRAVEL AND ANY OTHER SPECIAL CONDITIONS OR REQUIREMENTS:
• this county-wide project will require travel throughout southern Rhode Island and to Providence on an as-needed basis. 
• SALARY RANGE: $22-$25 HOURS PER DAY OR WEEK: 40 hours per week. 
• QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION: Certification in Community Health Worker or working toward certification within 12 months required.  Lived experience related to the population served by South County Home Health. 
• SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 
• Experience in healthcare related to community health or case management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment to achieve program goals.
• Ability to relate to patients and build trusting relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, family/care givers, and partner agencies.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Exercise sound judgment and decision-making. 
• Ability to assess and differentiate priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

South County Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How to Apply

Apply here: https://pm.healthcaresource.com/cs/southcounty#/job/10808

This job isn’t a CHW job, but a CHW might be great at it!

Common Cause
Location: Hybrid (at least two days per week in Providence, RI office)
Salary: $60,000 – $65,000, plus benefits
Full Time, 37.5 hours

Job Description

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Essential functions: We are looking for an Outreach & Engagement Manager to join the Common Cause Rhode Island (CC RI) team – this is a unique opportunity for someone with strong relationship-building skills to support the fight for a stronger democracy in Rhode Island. 

The Outreach & Engagement Manager will build support and resources for Common Cause Rhode Island’s work to uphold the core values of democracy by engaging members, volunteers, and community partners, both online and in-person (for example, leading our popular Demystifying Democracy series). 

This is an exciting time to join our team, with much recent success on expanding voting rights through legislative campaigns and strategic litigation in Rhode Island, and active campaigns underway to further bolster the right to vote.

Responsibilities:

Plan and execute organizing activities to grow, diversify and engage Common Cause Rhode Island’s base of supporters: 

Lead online and in-person organizing opportunities for grassroots engagement on our issue campaigns

Lead nonpartisan education and engagement activities on voting rights, election protection activities, and to expand awareness of Common Cause Rhode Island’s work

Collaborate with coalition partners to coordinate grassroots actions and advance campaigns

Support the development of compelling narratives for our campaigns; ensure actions and messaging across platforms reflect our brand and values

Learn, implement, and manage Common Cause Rhode Island digital organizing tools to complement on-the-groundwork

Support with fundraising and in board management: 

Support our fundraising efforts, including donor cultivation programs and grants management

Manage donor databases, contact lists, and social media accounts

Support our state board, including research, meeting and other logistics, and the creation of materials for the board

Qualifications:

You will be a good fit for this role if you have: 

A strong commitment to Common Cause’s mission and to advancing racial equity through our democracy agenda

Ability to quickly build relationships and credibility with multiple stakeholders from diverse backgrounds

A track record of working collaboratively with others

Outstanding written and oral communication skills    

Critical thinking skills, and a resourceful approach to problem-solving  

Strong organization skills, and an ability to manage your time independently

Ability to manage multiple short and long-term projects simultaneously, and comfort with juggling multiple and shifting priorities

Openness to feedback and awareness of your own strengths and areas for growth  

Familiarity with Rhode Island politics is preferred, though not required

The following is required: 

Ability to work in our office in Providence, RI at least two days per week

Ability to travel in-state regularly

Experience managing volunteers or others (in-person or online) 

Experience working on an issue-based campaign

Knowledge of social media tools (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram), basic design tools, and office productivity tools (Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Slack, Zoom) 

Candidates may not currently be in elected office or running for office

Salary Range: $60,000 – $65,000, plus generous benefits package

Classification: This position is included in a union-represented collective bargaining unit and specific employment terms and conditions are subject to collective bargaining negotiations.

How to Apply

To Apply: Please submit resume and cover letter to hr@commoncause.org and include Outreach & Engagement Manager (RI) in the subject line. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. 

Common Cause is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants of any race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, income class, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status, or marital status, as well as applicants who have been previously incarcerated.

About Common Cause

Common Cause (501(c)(4)) and Common Cause Education Fund (501(c)(3)) are nonpartisan, nonprofit grassroots affiliate organizations dedicated to upholding the core values of American democracy. We work to create open, honest, and accountable government that serves the public interest; promote equal rights, opportunity, and representation for all; and empower all people to make their voices heard in the political process.

Founded in 1970 and headquartered in Washington, DC, Common Cause has more than 1.5 million members (about the population of New Hampshire) and supporters living in every Congressional district in the United States, and offices in 30 states around the country.

How to Apply

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To Apply: Please submit resume and cover letter to hr@commoncause.org and include Outreach & Engagement Manager (RI) in the subject line. Applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center
Cumberland, Lincoln & N. Smithfield
Full Time, Permanent
Bachelor’s Degree Required
$18/hr $35k Annually
Perfect for CHW looking to advance!

Job Description

The Community Outreach and Engagement Specialist will maintain all community outreach activities. You will represent the agency and work with the Associate Director of Community Services to develop and implement initiatives that increase agency visibility within the community. You will also work in collaboration with the Blackstone Valley Health Equity Zone Coordinator to raise community awareness of health inequities and support the residents in the towns of Cumberland, Lincoln and North Smithfield.

You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community-driven to take on this exciting role. This position requires someone equipped with a positive attitude and familiarity with community agencies and referrals.

Responsibilities:

· Maintain a calendar of outreach activities, including community event, workshops, appearances and other communication opportunities

· Nurture new and old relationships with collaborative partners

· Provide educational opportunities to school age audiences as well as professional community partners

· Help educate residents on HEZ and HEZ projects

· Schedule regular outreach exhibitions in the community

· Create and maintain awareness of both BVAC and HEZ on social media platforms

· Distribute outreach materials to community members, partner organizations and businesses

· Develop, attend and discover community events to promote BVAC and HEZ program opportunities

· Prepare accurate records and reports

· Assist in the organization of special events

Requirements:

· Bachelor’s degree in communications or human services field

· Preferred experience in the community outreach field

· Must be able to travel with use of a personal vehicle

· Must possess the ability to speak effectively before groups and actively engage the public in outreach situations

· Outstanding written communication and presentation skills

· Must possess the ability to interact respectfully with diverse cultural and socio-economic populations

· Strong knowledge of social media

· Detail-orientated with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time

The Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The organization does not discriminate against a volunteer, an employee, or applicant for employment of conditions or opportunities for employment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, age or country of ancestral origin.

How to Apply:

Email cover letter and resume to jobs@bvadvocacycenter.org

South County Hospital
Community Health Team
Full-time
Certification within 12 months

• Participate in the SCHH COVID Response and Resilience Implementation Team and work in collaboration with partnering organizations.
• Provide outreach and follow-up to patient referrals from SCHH team leads, community nurse and other referral sources.
• Successfully engage patients and families to assess and support SDOH needs.
• Complete initial intake and documentation, including a comprehensive assessment of social needs, functional assessment of the patient in the home setting, and condition of the home as needed.
• Build trusting relationship and serve as an advocate and mentor with the goal of empowering the patient to become more independent and self-sufficient.
• Provide community linkages and navigation to resources to address needs and barriers to health.
• Collaborate with SCHH nurses, PT, OT and team leads, PC nurse care managers, other care team members (Medical Assistants, Nurses, etc.), hospitals, partner agencies, members of the CHT in the patient’s network of care to improve patient care. 
• Accompany patients to doctor’s appointments, assist with food planning/shopping, picking up prescriptions at the pharmacy, completing forms for benefit applications, and assist with other tasks as needed that support their medical, behavioral health and social needs.
• Engage patients and families in health coaching efforts to develop and maintain health & wellness.
• Attend CHW CORE training and/or Specialty training as required and appropriate to the population served, e.g. Older Adults, CVD/DM, Chronic Pain Self-Management.
• Achieve and maintain certification
• Attend monthly networking meetings convened by CHWARI for support, collective problem solving and share resources.
• Participate in the implementation of high impact strategies and activities to demonstrate the effectiveness of CHWs.
• Consider opportunities to participate in SCH leadership meetings (such as huddles) as CHW representative to lend professional experience.
• Participate as CHW representative in COVID response and recovery planning tables and other RIDOH sponsored meetings to regularly share community trends and support initiatives of the project.
• Participate with RIDOH in deployment to places where vaccine outreach is happening
• Support SCHH in implementing COVID resilience and response protocols and policies/procedures.
• Participate in qualitative and quantitative data collection to evaluate effectiveness of CHW strategies on client needs, services provided and other data points of interest.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION: Certification in Community Health Worker or working toward certification within 12 months required.  Lived experience related to the population served by South County Home Health.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Experience in healthcare related to community health or case management
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment to achieve program goals.
• Ability to relate to patients and build trusting relationships.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, patients, family/care givers, and partner agencies.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Exercise sound judgment and decision-making. 
• Ability to assess and differentiate priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills.

South County Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

How To Apply

See listing and apply here.

Day One
Providence, RI
Spanish Speaking Required
Experience with Sexual or Domestic Abuse Preferred

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Sexual Assault Victim Advocate provides a vital and urgently needed
service for victims of sexual assault and domestic violence in Rhode Island. With the Assistance
of an advocate, victims feel supported and empowered to continue with the rest of the criminal
justice process. Additionally, victims have access to services that are specific to their needs and
can assist them with the healing process. Victims who feel supported and are receiving services
geared towards holding more offenders accountable for their actions.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsibilities will include working directly with victims of domestic violence, sexual
  assault and stalking, providing follow-up advocacy, safety planning, support, shelter
  referrals.
• Provides in-person support to victims at local hospitals with or without police.
• Provides in-person support to victims at police departments
• Provides in-person support to victims at court for hearings and restraining order issues.
• Provide training, outreach and relationship building with various community
  organizations and agencies in our community.
• Maintain data and providing program reports.
• Should conduct a minimum of two outreach and training activities a month whenever
  possible.
• Provides a positive, professional and enthusiastic image of the agency to the community
  at large. Upholds agency policies and procedures.
• Acts in a way that demonstrates cultural competency and value diversity.
  

• SKILLS:
• A high level of interpersonal skills to provide assistance to victims and to deal effectively
  with all segments of the community.
• Applicants must have crisis intervention experience, excellent interpersonal and
  computer skills.
• The ability to deal effectively in stressful situations and to handle crisis as they arise.
• The ability to be organized, dynamic and a team player.
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• ONGOING PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES:
• Attend advocate in-services< recommended at least twice a year.
• Agency staff should include advocates in all notifications for any applicable
  training/conference etc.
• If funding available for national conferences, we encourage participation with approval
  from their supervisor.
• Attend peer support
• Attend supervision with their supervisor to discuss case review and any program issues.
• Attend the VAWA Curriculum Committee Instructor Development course when offered.
  

• WORKING CONDITIONS
• Works in a typical office and/or virtual environment at Day One
• Travel within state responding to hospitals, courts or Police Departments
• Work requires flexible hours
• Completion of next 30-hour volunteer training for victims of crime helpline
  

• EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor’s degree preferred, however combination of education and experience will be
  considered.
• Three years direct experience in sexual and domestic abuse preferred
• Familiarity with data bases, spreadsheets and word processing.
• valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
• Spanish speaking required

TO APPLY:
Interested candidates should email cover letter and resume to:
Cadi Piontkowski
Director of Advocacy
Day One
100 Medway Street
Providence, RI 02906
cpiontkowski@dayoneri.org

Higher Ground International
Providence, Rhode Island
Hourly Rate: $23.00
Full-time: 40 Hours Week | Benefits
Multilingual Required

Job Summary:
Higher Ground International (HGI) has been awarded funds from the Rhode Island Department of Health to serve as a community partner in the design, implementation, and evaluation of strategies and activities aimed to train, deploy, and engage Community health Workers (CHWs) towards COVID-19 response and recovery efforts and towards building and strengthening community resilience through addressing existing health disparities.

The Community Health Worker will work in the community and with our program participants to assess program participants’ needs, provide necessary interventions, and evaluate whether the participants’ needs have been met. The Community Health Worker will provide community outreach and collaborate with other community agencies for support. Additionally, our Community Health Worker will assist with HGI’s Health and COVID related programs, including case management services, coordination of healthcare and social services, culturally appropriate foods distribution, along with other activities and programs to help improve the quality of life for members of the community.

Duties and Responsibilities:
❖ During the first year, the CHW must be trained and fully certified in the Community Health Worker Association of Rhode Island (CHWARI). This training and certification will be provided by the RI DOH.
❖ Attend the new public health training for CHW.
❖ Attend at least one of four specialty trainings and certifications for cross training of CHW.
❖ Educate community members, elders, and families about COVID related programs, vaccines, and other health/social services.
❖ Support elders, community members & families as they work towards achieving personal wellness and autonomy
❖ Develop individualized case management and care coordination plans for program participants and facilitate access to various supportive services and programs
❖ Coordinate and provide culturally relevant care that is safe, timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and participant-centered
❖ Handle case assignments, review case progress, and determine case closure
❖ Help elders and families make informed decisions by acting as their advocate regarding their educational, medical status, treatment options and basic needs
❖ Develop effective working relations and cooperate with team throughout the entire case management process
❖ Engage and provide community outreach to assess the needs and encourage participation from members of the community who are not familiar with the programs and services that HGI provides.
❖ Arrange relationships with social services, health, education, and governmental agencies
❖ Be proactive in your interactions with the elders and families as necessary to keep track of their progress and to ensure satisfaction
❖ Record cases information, complete accurately all necessary forms and produce statistical reports
❖ Promote quality and cost-effective interventions and outcomes
❖ Assess and address motivational and psychosocial issues
❖ Demonstrates and integrates a strong understanding and commitment to the Mission and
❖ Values Statements of HGI
❖ Develop relationships with the Sweetie Care elders and families by spending time with them during program services and activities
❖ Other duties as instructed to serve our program participants
❖ Participate in the procurement and distribution of culturally appropriate foods and resources

Minimum Requirements:
❖ Must be dependable, honest, self-motivated, and able to motivate/empower others
❖ Must have a strong work ethic
❖ Must be patient and respectful
❖ Must be willing to learn and adhere to community members cultural norms
❖ Sensitivity, discretions, adherence to, and the appropriate handling of confidential information
❖ Must be a team player and willing to take and follow supervision
❖ Positive, open, caring, non-judgmental and no patronizing demeanor
❖ Excellent judgment and decision-making abilities
❖ Ability to oversee, and address participants issues and resolve needs
❖ Strong organizational, time management, written and verbal communication skills
❖ Understanding of issues impacting refugees and immigrants
❖ Understanding of local community resources
❖ Computer literacy in MS Word, Excel, and Outlook/Gmail
❖ Bachelor’s degree, Higher School Diploma or Certificate in related field. Note, that a bachelor’s degree is NOT a requirement for this position.
❖ Must be Multilingual

❖ About Higher Ground:
Higher Ground International is a forward thinking and culturally grounded social impact non-profit organization, dedicated to advocating for, empowering, and providing life-changing services to Liberians and West African immigrants, refugees, and other marginalized communities. We seek to restore dignity, empower lives, and keep peace through work that centers and celebrates the cultural heritage and unique individuality of those we serve. And, along the way, we provide so much love, a welcoming place; create an environment of trust where everybody is somebody.

How To Apply

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Please send resume and a cover letter which clearly articulates your interest and qualification for the position. Place “Community Health Worker” in the subject line and send electronic submissions to contact@highergroundintl.org

West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation
Full-time, 35 hours
1+ year Community Development & Engagement in the nonprofit sector required
Apprenticeship Eligible

ABOUT US: West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation (WEHDC) serves as the backbone agency of the 02907 Health Equity Zone (HEZ). A Health Equity Zone (HEZ) is an innovative, place-based approach that brings people together to build healthy, resilient communities across Rhode Island. The 02907 community has seen a disproportionately high number of COVID-19 cases as compared to other parts of Providence and across the state of Rhode Island.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Community Health Worker (CHW) is a vital member who will apply their deep understanding of the experience, language and/or culture of the community they serve to carry out one or more of the following roles: Provide culturally appropriate health education, information, and outreach in community-based settings, such as homes, schools, local businesses, and community centers. Serve as a bridge between individuals, communities and health and human services, including actively building individual and community capacity in 02907. Advocate and assist with 02907 resident and community needs. You will work with the HEZ and Rhode 2 Equity team implement initiatives that increase agency visibility within the community including distributing goods and services for COVID-19 mitigation, resilience and recovery. This is a full-time (35 hours per week) position. The typical schedule would be normal business hours from Monday through Friday with some nights and/or weekends required during special projects or events

REPORTING STRUCTURE: The CHW will report to the HEZ Program Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Complete administrative tasks on an ongoing basis to ensure proper and organized record keeping, working with staff member’s when/if necessary.
• You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community-driven to take on this exciting role.
• Are hired primarily for your cultural competence and understanding of the populations and communities you serve
• Spend a significant amount of time conducting outreach, community education and help navigating health and social needs
• Connecting residents to the 02907 HEZ strategies and initiatives in ways that allow for genuine resident voice and governance
• Build upon the relationship between CHW and 02907 population through intentional outreach and engagement efforts (i.e. door knocking, hosting and/or tabling at community events, etc).
• Utilize the Unite Us electronic referral platform in both making and documenting referrals and referral status. This platform helps to keep track of case notes and progress towards meeting client’s needs.
• Primarily focus on being the boots-on-the-ground person tasked with getting information out to the community in disseminating COVID-19 related information, support events and hand out personal protective equipment.
• Perform additional responsibilities consistent with initiative needs and other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community-driven to take on this exciting role.
• One or more years’ experience in community outreach and engagement a must.
• Resident of the 02907 zip code (Providence’s West End, Elmwood, Reservoir Triangle, or South Providence neighborhoods) is preferred.
• Community Health Workers certification preferred; non-certified incumbents are expected to earn certification within 6 months of hire date training certification offered by WEHDC
• Fluency (speaking, reading, and writing) in English and at least one other language preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities and tasks.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation, preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required to satisfactorily perform essential duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• You need to be self-motivated, enthusiastic and community-driven to take on this exciting role.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office/computer skills to enter data, prepare reports and correspondence.
• Ability to prioritize workflow and handle multiple projects to meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate multiple tasks
• Must possess good verbal, written and telephone skills.
• Ability to effectively work in collaboration with multiple staff and partners.
• Able to lift packages of up to 30 pounds.
• Occasional travel to pick up or deliver correspondence/packages.
• Must be flexible to work between a variety of in person and virtual meetings/work.

West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. WEHDC is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in Rhode Island.

How to Apply

To apply, please send your resume and a brief cover letter via e-mail to Jessica Thigpen at jthigpen@westelmwood.org.

Tides Family Services
Pawtucket, RI
Full-time
Bilingual English /Spanish

Job Description

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Tides Family Services is a nonprofit organization that is committed to providing comprehensive support and resources to children, adolescents, and families facing various challenges. The overall mission of Tides is to provide services and supports that allow youth to live in a community-based setting. An “Agency Without Walls” our services are delivered in homes, communities, schools…wherever our youth are.

The Promotores de Salud will participate in continual training by TFS & local community partners and is responsible for being aware of the health and general needs of their general community. Ensure families in their neighborhoods are connected to resources, services, and the overall community and is responsible for raising awareness of the predetermined resource/health information identified by TFS each month (i.e, substance abuse, violence prevention and pregnancy/family planning).  Identify community needs and participates in the development of new education programs; conducts home visits to families in the community.  The position will also conduct small groups in their neighborhoods and bring resources into the community. Promotor/a must work collaboratively with the Wrap-around team to ensure families are being supported.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Provides peer education and support to the families within designated areas.

Actively participates in, and successfully completes, training provided by TFS and other agencies.

Provides peer resource and health education through home visits to assess client needs and concerns as they relate to their family, their community, and their health.

Plans and leads group sessions and discussions on assigned topics. 

Plans and organizes health fairs and other public events for local neighborhoods. 

Makes referrals to health and social service agencies in the area, and follows up with individuals to ensure they receive needed services.

Reduces stigma and other barriers to initiating or continuing to receive support by providing good information to both community members and providers. 

Develops relationships with local health care and social service providers to facilitate information sharing and service provision. 

Represents organization in meetings with community partners. 

Attends conferences as directed and/or required. 

Assists in completing other program goals and requirements, such as answering phone calls and greeting visitors to the office. 

Other duties as assigned.

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https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/1295245

Organization: Rhode Island Community Food Bank

Location: Providence, RI

Salary: $21.50-$24.00/ hr

Start Date: ASAP

Full Time, Permanent

Bilingual Spanish Required

Job Description

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SNAP Outreach Coordinator:  The Rhode Island Community Food Bank is looking for a SNAP Outreach Coordinator responsible for connecting our member agencies and their guests to SNAP and other benefit programs.  Qualified candidates must be comfortable with providing one-on-one support and capable of understanding the requirements for state and local assistance programs.  Fluency in Spanish is required and experience working with diverse populations is a definite plus.  Strong communication skills are required.  See full job description at www.rifoodbank.org. Send cover letter and resume to resumes@rifoodbank.org. No phone calls please. The RICFB is an equal employment opportunity employer.

How to Apply

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Send cover letter and resume to resumes@rifoodbank.org. No phone calls please. The RICFB is an equal employment opportunity employer.